Moran’s Midnight Post Sparks Outcry
On Sunday, ABC News announced the suspension of senior national correspondent Terry Moran following a critical post on X. Shortly after midnight, Moran branded President Donald Trump and his deputy chief of staff, Stephen Miller, as “world-class haters.” He wrote that for Trump, hatred was “only a means to an end” tied to his “own glorification,” while Miller “eats his hate” as his “spiritual nourishment.”
Moran—who secured a rare Oval Office interview with Trump in April—deleted the tweet within hours and made no further posts. Nevertheless, the reaction was swift.
White House Demands Accountability
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt publicly pressed ABC News to discipline Moran. On X, she announced, “We have reached out to ABC to inquire about how they plan to hold Terry accountable,” and later told Fox News that she hoped Moran would be “suspended or terminated.” Leavitt’s push reflected broader condemnation from Trump administration officials, who argued Moran’s remarks reflected poorly on ABC as an institution.
ABC News Cites Objectivity Standards
About an hour after the White House comments, ABC News issued a statement:
- Impartiality: “ABC News stands for objectivity and impartiality in its news coverage.”
- Policy Violation: The network said Moran’s post “violated our standards” and did not reflect ABC News’s views.
- Suspension: Moran has been suspended “pending further evaluation” of the incident.
The decision underscores how unusual it is for a high-profile ABC News correspondent—especially one formerly anchoring “Nightline”—to publish such a politically charged commentary.
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Reactions from Miller and Allies
Stephen Miller, known as the architect of Trump’s immigration policies, responded on X by framing Moran’s post as proof of “the corporate press” posing as journalists. He wrote that Moran’s “full public meltdown” revealed the media’s radical bias. Vice President JD Vance also defended Miller on X, insisting Miller is “motivated by love of country” and calling on ABC News to apologize.
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The Unusual Nature of Moran’s Commentary
ABC News’s move to suspend Terry Moran highlights several points:
- Late-Night Platform: Moran chose X—known for its unfiltered discourse—and posted after hours.
- Political Charge: Labeling public officials as “haters” clashes with journalistic norms of neutrality.
- Reputational Risk: As a veteran correspondent, Moran’s credibility rests on balanced reporting—an asset ABC felt was compromised.
Observers note that few network journalists venture into such overt criticism of sitting administration figures on personal social feeds.
What’s Next for Terry Moran and ABC News
Moran’s suspension remains in effect “pending further evaluation.” It’s unclear whether he will face additional discipline or reinstatement. For ABC News, the incident serves as a reminder of the tightrope reporters walk between personal expression and professional standards.
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